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Could you tell me what happens if only a half of the spinal cord is damaged?
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Let me explain: If you half of the cord damaged? You will lose the function belong to that part of the cord.
Answered 1/11/2016
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Brown Sequard: Syndrome is a condition where half of the spinal cord is injured. In this situation the injured side of the cord presents with motor weakness, and loss of position sense and vibration. The other side below the injury has loss of pain and temperature. This syndrome is commonly associated with tumors and stab wounds but not necessarily.
Answered 12/10/2013
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